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REVITALIZE DOWNTOWN FACADES
by REA site
50 West Washington Street
History: Commercial Building
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Style: Italianate
Construction Date: c.1870
Classification: Contributing
The building’s side wall serves as the canvas for the history of the City of Frankfort mural. Ideally located next to Veterans Park, there are many opportunities for this historic structure’s reuse.
Two stories in height, this brick building retains much of its historic detailing, particularly at the cornice and decorative window hoods. Restoration of the façade includes masonry repointing, restoration and painting of the cornice and window hoods, reintroduction of the second floor windows and storefront reconstruction. The addition of an awning and new paint colors add to the building’s vibrancy within the streetscape.
